Born
in China, September 27, 1892, he earned the Medal of Honor for service
in World War I while serving as First Lieutenant, 10th Field Artillery,
3rd Division, American Expeditionary Force, near Greves Farm, France, on
July 14-15, 1918. The Medal was actually issued to him in 1919.

General Hays commanded the 10th Mountain Divison
in the European Theater of Operations in World War II.

He died on September 7, 1978 and was buried
in Section 11 of Arlington National Cemetery.
HAYS, GEORGE PRICE

At the very outset of the unprecedented artillery
bombardment by the enemy, his line of communication was destroyed beyond
repair. Despite the hazard attached to the mission of runner, he immediately
set out to establish contact with the neighboring post of command and further
establish liaison with 2 French batteries, visiting their position so frequently
that he was mainly responsible for the accurate fire therefrom. While thus
engaged, 7 horses were shot under him and he was severely wounded. His
activity under most severe fire was an important factor in checking the
advance of the enemy.